Courtney Castelino

What did our critic think of THE BOOK OF WILL at Ottawa Little Theatre?

What did our critic think of GLORIOUS!: THE TRUE STORY OF FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS, THE WORST SINGER IN THE WORLD at Kanata Theatre? The extraordinarily long title is a sly nod to the flamboyant nature of its subject, whose incredible true story forms the basis of the show. Jenkins was a New York socialite who gave a multitude of recitals benefitting the many charities and clubs she spearheaded.

What did our critic think of WIDE AWAKE HEARTS at The Gladstone? The Gladstone’s 2023-2024 season opened last night with WOW Factory’s presentation of Wide Awake Hearts, directed by Peter James Haworth. Penned by Canadian playwright, Brendan Gall, the show’s tag line states that it is “[a] nightmare. About a Film. About Love.” This sums it up quite accurately.

What did our critic think of HADESTOWN at National Arts Centre? Broadway Across Canada’s presentation of the Tony- and Grammy-award winning Hadestown, pulled into the National Arts Centre last night after a seven-week residency in Toronto.

What did our critic think of CRIMES OF THE HEART at Ottawa Little Theatre?

I was lucky to have the opportunity to chat with Belén Moyano, who is playing one of the Fates in Broadway Across Canada’s presentation of Hadestown in Ottawa next week. Belén shared her insight into the show, including its reflection of our society.

What did our critic think of SLEUTH at Arts Court Theatre? Ottawa’s Classic Theatre Festival’s second show of the summer is currently underway with its production of Sleuth. Written by Anthony Shaffer, Sleuth was first presented in Britain in early 1970 before transferring to the U.S. later that year.

What did our critic think of ASNY'S PRODUCTION OF JEKYLL & HYDE THE MUSICAL?

With only three performances left at this year’s Ottawa Fringe Festival, do yourself a favour and go see Aliya Kanani.

What did our critic think of ALL REQUEST RADIO at the Ottawa Fringe Festival?

What did our critic think of A QUIRKY COMEDY CABARET at the NAC's Fourth Stage?

What did our critic think of THE NOBLE PURSUIT at Ottawa Little Theatre?

The Velvet Duke told us about their background, how they came up with the idea for All Request Radio, what we can expect at the show, and what the future may hold.

What did our critic think of SOMETHING ROTTEN! at Meridian Theatres @ Centrepointe?

Shana Levin, Vice-President of Broadway Across Canada, shared some insight into how shows are selected, as well as some challenges bringing shows to the city.

What did our critic think of JAGGED LITTLE PILL at National Arts Centre?

Broadway Across Canada is bringing the highly anticipated, Tony Award-winning Jagged Little Pill to Ottawa next week and I had the opportunity to chat with Justin Scott Brown about the show and his roles in the ensemble and as the understudy for Steve.

What did our critic think of QUARTET at Kanata Theatre?

What did our critic think of TWELVE ANGRY JURORS at Ottawa Little Theatre?

For the aspiring artist in your family, GCTC’s new Summer Stage program is an intensive summer theatre program for youth (ages 6-15). Summer Stage runs as a day camp, 9am to 4pm, Monday through Friday at the theatre (1233 Wellington St. West).